Kim began her piano studies in Korea at age six, and won numerous competitions before graduating from Seoul National University in 1991. She studied with Ann Schein at the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University, where she has completed her doctorate in music. Kim is currently assistant professor of piano at Hope, and has an active performing career that has taken throughout the United States, including Carnegie Hall in New York City.

She is joined by two members of the Maia String Quartet, violinist Timothy Shiu, and cellist Hannah Holman. Violist Suzanne Wagor will also be performing as part of the quartet.

Nykerk Hall of Music is located in the central campus along the former 12th Street between College and Columbia avenues. Dimnent Memorial Chapel is located on College Avenue at 12th Street.